Honeymoon In Ooty-Kodaikanal: Secluded In The Southern Hills

Stroll around in the smoky hills and misty forests of Ooty or simply cuddle up amidst the serene ambience of the Kodaikanal Lake…there is much-needed seclusion, a splash of luxury and an abundance of nature…a perfect way to kick-start your honeymoon…

For a quiet and secluded sojourn, Ooty is one of the best honeymoon destinations in India. It breathes of romance, from fragrant winds blowing through the Nilgiris, the tranquil silence interrupted by the rusting trees to the enchanting hillside enveloped in swirling mists.

Nestled in the picturesque hills of the Nilgiris, Ooty or Udhagamandalam is one of the favourite summer getaways of South India. One of the reasons for the popularity of Ooty is that it not only offers a respite from the dust and pollution of the city, but it gives the urban dweller a chance to see the purity of nature. The cascading waterfalls, sparkling brooks and the pristine natural beauty of Ooty offer the tired souls a chance rediscover the nature.

A typical Indian hill station in many ways, with its funnel-shaped blossoms, lavender-blue flowers and swaying eucalyptus covering its hills, Ooty charms you in its own unique way. This ‘Queen of hill stations’ boasts of an exotic spread of the elaborately landscaped Botanical gardens and the Doddabetta peak, with an incredible panorama of the Nilgiri hill ranges.

Wander along the wisps of clouds that drift across the path, breathe in the fresh mountain air and capture the sights and smells, as you walk through the meadows of flowers. It is tranquil enough for the newly-weds to get lost quiet amidst nature.

Go for a stroll, hand in hand with your partner, along the quaint streets of Ooty, pick up some of the fascinating curios from the Tibetans or drink in the aromas of Nilgiri tea and Eucalyptus oils.

A seven-hour drive from Ooty will take you to Kodaikanal, tucked away among the Palani Hills of Tamil Nadu. Glimpse the vegetation change gradually from dense Eucalyptus, to palm-fringed paddy fields and finally to plantations interspersed with stately silver oaks. Plunge into a countryside dotted with wildflowers of magenta and purple. The view of the Amaravathi Dam and the roar of the Silver Cascade waterfall as you drive past the winding roads give you a peek at what lies ahead…

Buildings with gabled roof dotting the skyline and the marked nip in the air, greets your arrival at this tiny town of Kodaikanal.

Fall in love with the virginal beauty of the Kodaikanal, where the air is intoxicating, the ambience is breathtaking, and tranquillity unmatched with any other hill station. The star-shaped Kodai Lake dominates this sleepy hill station. Paddling in boat with your partner in this pristine shimmering sheet of water, fringed with trees creates an enchanting solace that you crave for. Speckled with charming picnic spots, surrounded by nature, you can immerse yourself in its perfect isolated charm.

Take a trek to the Bear Shola Falls and Glen Waterfalls and drink in the sight of the cascading water. Walking along Coaker's Walk, a narrow lane cut into the hillside, falling away into a deep valley on the other side, dotted with Bungalows with picture-perfect gardens, that will transport you to a world of serenity and beauty that will make you forget the squalor and the cacophony of a bustling city.

For a tranquil ambience, romantic seclusion and precious tender moments, the unassuming beauty of Ooty and Kodaikanal is the perfect getaway for your honeymoon.